Supply of Lightweight Softshell Jackets (Arc’teryx GAMMA LT JACKET Equivalent)

The contract requires the supply of seven lightweight softshell jackets designed for layering and enhanced mobility, with strict technical specifications matching the Arc’teryx GAMMA LT JACKET or an approved full technical substitution that meets or exceeds all performance criteria. The jackets must be produced under a Small Business Set-Aside classification, meaning only qualified small businesses can bid, in compliance with SBA regulations under NAICS code 315210 for apparel manufacturing. The solicitation is issued by the U.S. Marshals Service under the Department of Justice, with performance required at Monterey Park, CA 91755. Bids must be submitted by July 14, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., and vendors are expected to demonstrate precise alignment with the referenced jacket’s features including fabric weight, breathability, stretch, water resistance, and durability. Failure to provide a substantiated technical substitution will result in disqualification, and all proposals must clearly delineate equivalence to the benchmark product.